One-Pot Coconut Chicken Macaroni

Rich & Flavorful: Coconut Chicken Macaroni You Can Make in One Pot - Fresh Byte Kitchen

Ingredients

For the Chicken:
Oil – 4–5 tbsp
Cardamom – 3
Cloves – 4
Cinnamon – 2 sticks
Onion – 1 kg
Tomato – 4
Green Chilies – 11–12
Salt – to taste
Little water
Ginger Garlic Paste – 1½ tbsp
Garam Masala – 1 tbsp
Chicken – 1 kg
Coriander Leaves
For Coconut Milk:
Fresh Coconut – 1½ whole
Little water
For Nut Paste:
Almonds – 35–40
Cashew Nuts – 15–20
Coconut Milk Powder – 1 cup
Little water
For Macaroni:
Water
Cardamom – 2
Cloves – 2
Oil – 2 tbsp
Salt – to taste
Macaroni – 800 g

Difficulty : Medium

Serves : 10

Creamy Coconut Chicken Macaroni is a rich and comforting one-pot meal made with tender chicken, fresh coconut milk, almonds, cashews, and perfectly cooked macaroni. Infused with aromatic spices and a creamy coconut-based sauce, this delicious fusion recipe delivers a unique blend of flavors and textures. Perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or whenever you're craving a hearty and satisfying meal.

Cooking Steps

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Step 1: Cook the Chicken
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Heat oil in a pressure cooker.
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Add cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon. Sauté for a few seconds.
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Add sliced onions and cook until soft.
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Add tomatoes, green chillies, salt, and a little water. Mix well.
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Close the lid and pressure cook for 6–7 whistles.
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Open the pressure cooker and simmer until the water reduces slightly.
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Add ginger-garlic paste.
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Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes until the raw aroma disappears.
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Add garam masala,chicken and coriander leaves. Mix well.
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Close the lid and cook for 2 whistles.
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Open the pressure cooker and check that the chicken is cooked well.
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Step 2: Prepare Coconut Milk
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Break and grate the coconut.
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Add the grated coconut and a little water to a mixer jar.
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Blend well and strain.
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Collect the coconut milk in two bowls and keep aside.
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Step 3: Prepare Nut Paste
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Add almonds, cashew nuts, coconut milk powder, and a little water to a mixer jar.
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Blend into a smooth paste.
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Keep aside.
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Step 4: Boil the Macaroni
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Bring water to a boil.
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Add cardamom, cloves, oil, and salt.
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Add macaroni and cook until 80% done.
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Drain and keep aside.
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Step 5: Final Cooking
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Transfer the cooked chicken to a large cooking pot.
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Add the prepared coconut milk and nut paste.
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Mix well and bring to a gentle boil.
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Add the boiled macaroni and combine thoroughly.
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Cook until everything is well coated and heated through.
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Serve hot and enjoy your rich and creamy Coconut Chicken Macaroni.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why add a nut paste to coconut chicken macaroni?

The almond and cashew paste thickens the coconut milk gravy and makes it rich and creamy, so it coats the macaroni well.

How do I stop the macaroni from going mushy?

Boil it until just soft, drain it and mix it into the gravy at the end. It keeps absorbing liquid as it sits, so add a splash of coconut milk before reheating.